1955 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 483 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Celica |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |